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Day: December 30, 2014

Collision on Ohio

Collision on Ohio

Christina Belcher

On December 24, the 28 meter long towboat Christina Belcher collided with a sand barge on the Ohio River at mile marker 952 near Joppa, Illinois. The Christina Belcher was pushing two oil barges loaded with 921,000 gallons of crude oil which struck the loaded sand barge.  The sand barge filled with water and sank.  One of the oil barges sustained damage, but no reports of pollution released.  The Coast Guard dispatched personnel to the scene and have launched an investigation into the incident.

Costa Neoclassiaca

Costa Neoclassiaca

Costa Neoclassica

On December 23, the 220 meter long passenger cruise ship Costa Neoclassica caught fire while en route to Aqaba.  The blaze started in the vessel’s smokestack, but was quickly extinguished by the crew.  The vessel was able to continue under its own power to Aqaba.  An inspection in port found damage was limited to the external portion of the funnel.  No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Costa Neoclassiaca was able to leave port for a voyage to Mauritius.

Mercy God

Mercy God

Mercy God

The 82 meter long general cargo ship Mercy God ran aground in the Aegean Sea off Bozcaada Island, Turkey. The cargo vessel had been at anchor when storms caused the anchor to drag and the vessel was blown ashore.  Tugs were dispatched and the vessel was refloated and taken to a nearby anchorage. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution.